Senior Automation Engineer - Los Angeles - RemX | The Workforce Experts

    RemX | The Workforce Experts
    RemX | The Workforce Experts Los Angeles

    13 hours ago

    $120,000 - $185,000 (USD) per year *
    Description

    Automation Engineer (Lead / Staff / Senior Staff) – Defense Manufacturing – Direct Hire

    $200,000+ base + Stock Options + Full Benefits

    Make your application after reading the following skill and qualification requirements for this position.

    On-site | Southern California


    • Want to build automation systems that directly support national defense and next-gen aerospace programs?


    • Ready to own an automation roadmap instead of maintaining legacy equipment?


    • Interested in joining a venture-backed defense startup where your work ships fast and actually flies?

    Our client is hiring an Automation Engineer to lead and scale automated manufacturing systems for advanced composite components used in fighter jet engines, artillery shells, drone airframes, and gas turbine systems.

    This is a hands-on, hardware-first role for engineers who thrive in fast-paced environments, love rapid prototyping, and want real ownership over automation strategy and execution.

    Why This Role Stands Out

    • Defense & Aerospace impact – mission-critical components for the warfighter
    • Build from scratch – design, prototype, deploy, and scale automation systems
    • Massive growth runway – first automation engineer with leadership upside
    • Fast iteration – low-cost MVP automation → production-ready systems
    • Top-of-market compensation + equity

    The Company

    • Venture-backed defense technology startup
    • Backed by a major Fortune 500 organization
    • Focused on reshoring U.S. manufacturing with 10–100x faster production methods
    • Rapid growth across aerospace, defense, and energy programs

    The Position

    • Full-time, on-site at El Segundo, CA
    • Design and deploy automation to improve cycle time, repeatability, and quality
    • Work hands-on with robots, motion systems, sensors, tooling, PLCs, and controls
    • Collaborate closely with manufacturing, machinists, and leadership
    • Opportunity to build and lead the automation team as the company scales

    Key Responsibilities

    • Design, build, and refine automated manufacturing systems
    • Rapid prototyping of low-cost, minimum viable automation solutions
    • Develop control logic, wiring, and system integration from concept to deployment
    • Troubleshoot automation equipment to maximize uptime and reliability
    • Adapt production cells for automation in collaboration with machinists
    • Ensure manufacturing processes are scalable and automation-ready
    • Oversee and mentor engineers and technicians
    • Manage automation budgets, timelines, and technical execution
    • Occasional customer-facing technical discussions

    Required Qualifications

    • U.S. Person (EAR / ITAR compliant)
    • 3+ years experience automating manufacturing processes
    • Hands-on experience with:
    • Robotics & motion control
    • PLCs, sensors, and automation software
    • Electromechanical system wiring and testing
    • Proven ability to design, build, iterate, and deploy automation systems xhmxlyz
    • Strong CAD skills (parts, assemblies, drawings, GD&T)
    • Comfortable owning the entire automation stack end-to-end
    • Bachelor's or Master's in:
    • Mechanical Engineering
    • Electrical Engineering
    • Mechatronics
    • Related discipline

    Nice to Have

    • 5+ years automation experience
    • Composites manufacturing experience
    • Automation of presses, ovens, or impregnation systems
    • Aerospace or defense industry experience
    • Onshape CAD experience

    Career Growth

    • Be the foundational automation leader at the organization
    • Pathways to Manager → Director → Head of Automation
    • Influence company-wide manufacturing strategy
    • Contribute to IP development and novel automation techniques

    Compensation & Benefits

    • $200,000+ base salary
    • Stock options
    • 401(k) with 1:1 employer match up to 4%
    • Medical, dental, vision
    • Paid time off
    * This salary range is an estimation made by beBee
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